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2016 Chevrolet Colorado Diesel Priced From At Least $33,705GM has set pricing and final towing specs for the upcoming turbodiesel-powered 2016 Chevrolet Colorado. The new mid-size diesel will be alone in its segment when it goes on sale later this year. Powered by a 2.8-liter turbodiesel four-cylinder engine, the Colorado will be rated at 181 horsepower and 369 pound-feet of torque. It incorporates a...]]>Sun, 02 Aug 2015 09:00:00 -0400http://www.thecarconnection.com/news/1099309_2016-chevrolet-colorado-diesel-priced-from-at-least-33705
http://www.thecarconnection.com/news/1099309_2016-chevrolet-colorado-diesel-priced-from-at-least-33705feedback@highgearmedia.com (Marty Padgett)http://www.thecarconnection.com/news/1099309_2016-chevrolet-colorado-diesel-priced-from-at-least-33705#commentsMarty PadgettGM has set pricing and final towing specs for the upcoming turbodiesel-powered 2016 Chevrolet Colorado. The new mid-size diesel will be alone in its segment when it goes on sale later this year. Powered by a 2.8-liter turbodiesel four-cylinder engine, the Colorado will be rated at 181 horsepower and 369 pound-feet of torque. It incorporates a...]]>2016 Mazda MX-5 MiataThe 2016 MX-5 Miata has been completely reengineered and redesigned and, we’re relieved to say it's every bit the intimate, sensory experience we expected. And more. For 25 years, the Miata has conjured up memories of what it used to be like to drive modest, genuine sports cars, all while converting a new crowd to the top-down joys of a...]]>Fri, 31 Jul 2015 21:56:00 -0400http://www.thecarconnection.com/overview/mazda_mx-5-miata_2016
http://www.thecarconnection.com/overview/mazda_mx-5-miata_2016feedback@highgearmedia.com (Bengt Halvorson)http://www.thecarconnection.com/overview/mazda_mx-5-miata_2016#commentsBengt HalvorsonThe 2016 MX-5 Miata has been completely reengineered and redesigned and, we’re relieved to say it's every bit the intimate, sensory experience we expected. And more. For 25 years, the Miata has conjured up memories of what it used to be like to drive modest, genuine sports cars, all while converting a new crowd to the top-down joys of a...]]>2016 Scion tCScion offers two coupes, the sporty and engaging rear-wheel drive FR-S, and the more practical front-drive tC. The FR-S may garner more excitement at dealership, but the tC is a competent liftback coupe that will better suit the needs of drivers who don't care about performance. As we ponder why to purchase this car over the FR-S, there are still...]]>Fri, 31 Jul 2015 14:38:00 -0400http://www.thecarconnection.com/overview/scion_tc_2016
http://www.thecarconnection.com/overview/scion_tc_2016feedback@highgearmedia.com (Kirk Bell)http://www.thecarconnection.com/overview/scion_tc_2016#commentsKirk BellScion offers two coupes, the sporty and engaging rear-wheel drive FR-S, and the more practical front-drive tC. The FR-S may garner more excitement at dealership, but the tC is a competent liftback coupe that will better suit the needs of drivers who don't care about performance. As we ponder why to purchase this car over the FR-S, there are still...]]>2016 Buick EnclaveThe 2016 Buick Enclave is an attractive mid-size crossover SUV that offers practical transportation for five to eight people, with flexible cargo options. The Enclave shares its structure and underpinnings with the Chevrolet Traverse and GMC Acadia, crossover SUVs. Built like a car using a unibody chassis based on front-wheel drive, the Enclave is...]]>Fri, 31 Jul 2015 13:00:00 -0400http://www.thecarconnection.com/overview/buick_enclave_2016
http://www.thecarconnection.com/overview/buick_enclave_2016feedback@highgearmedia.com (Marty Padgett)http://www.thecarconnection.com/overview/buick_enclave_2016#commentsMarty PadgettThe 2016 Buick Enclave is an attractive mid-size crossover SUV that offers practical transportation for five to eight people, with flexible cargo options. The Enclave shares its structure and underpinnings with the Chevrolet Traverse and GMC Acadia, crossover SUVs. Built like a car using a unibody chassis based on front-wheel drive, the Enclave is...]]>2016 Kia Sedona, 2016 Cadillac CTS-V, Quiet-Car Noise Rules: What's New @ The Car ConnectionFrom The Car Connection: 2016 Kia Sedona Review With its 2015 redesign, the Kia Sedona became much more competitive in terms of space, functionality, and refinement, and the 2016 model only adds features, including a standard rearview camera. Get $1,000 If You Convince A Friend To Buy A Tesla Model S (Note: You Have To Own A Tesla, Too) Across...]]>Fri, 31 Jul 2015 11:40:00 -0400http://www.thecarconnection.com/news/1099378_2016-kia-sedona-2016-cadillac-cts-v-quiet-car-noise-rules-whats-new-the-car-connection
http://www.thecarconnection.com/news/1099378_2016-kia-sedona-2016-cadillac-cts-v-quiet-car-noise-rules-whats-new-the-car-connectionfeedback@highgearmedia.com (Joel Feder)http://www.thecarconnection.com/news/1099378_2016-kia-sedona-2016-cadillac-cts-v-quiet-car-noise-rules-whats-new-the-car-connection#commentsJoel FederFrom The Car Connection: 2016 Kia Sedona Review With its 2015 redesign, the Kia Sedona became much more competitive in terms of space, functionality, and refinement, and the 2016 model only adds features, including a standard rearview camera. Get $1,000 If You Convince A Friend To Buy A Tesla Model S (Note: You Have To Own A Tesla, Too) Across...]]>2014-2015 Audi SQ5 Recalled For Software Glitch That Could Deactivate Power SteeringVolkswagen has announced a recall of select Audi SQ5 crossovers from the 2014 and 2015 model years. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, some of those vehicles may suffer from a software glitch that could cause them to lose power steering in cold weather. CHECK OUT: Audi A4 Vs. BMW 3-Series: Compare Cars Suspicions were...]]>Fri, 31 Jul 2015 11:20:00 -0400http://www.thecarconnection.com/news/1099375_2014-2015-audi-sq5-recalled-for-software-glitch-that-could-deactivate-power-steering
http://www.thecarconnection.com/news/1099375_2014-2015-audi-sq5-recalled-for-software-glitch-that-could-deactivate-power-steeringfeedback@highgearmedia.com (Richard Read)http://www.thecarconnection.com/news/1099375_2014-2015-audi-sq5-recalled-for-software-glitch-that-could-deactivate-power-steering#commentsRichard ReadVolkswagen has announced a recall of select Audi SQ5 crossovers from the 2014 and 2015 model years. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, some of those vehicles may suffer from a software glitch that could cause them to lose power steering in cold weather. CHECK OUT: Audi A4 Vs. BMW 3-Series: Compare Cars Suspicions were...]]>2013-2016 Cadillac ATS Sedan Recalled Again For Sunroof Problem: Over 82,000 Vehicles AffectedCadillac ATS owners, we have some bad news. Remember in February, when we told you that the ATS sedan was being recalled because of problems with the sunroof switch? According to Auto News, the ATS is being recalled again for the same problem. It appears that the fix initially offered by Cadillac -- the addition of a trim plate to protect the...]]>Fri, 31 Jul 2015 11:01:00 -0400http://www.thecarconnection.com/news/1099374_2013-2016-cadillac-ats-sedan-recalled-again-for-sunroof-problem-over-82000-vehicles-affected
http://www.thecarconnection.com/news/1099374_2013-2016-cadillac-ats-sedan-recalled-again-for-sunroof-problem-over-82000-vehicles-affectedfeedback@highgearmedia.com (Richard Read)http://www.thecarconnection.com/news/1099374_2013-2016-cadillac-ats-sedan-recalled-again-for-sunroof-problem-over-82000-vehicles-affected#commentsRichard ReadCadillac ATS owners, we have some bad news. Remember in February, when we told you that the ATS sedan was being recalled because of problems with the sunroof switch? According to Auto News, the ATS is being recalled again for the same problem. It appears that the fix initially offered by Cadillac -- the addition of a trim plate to protect the...]]>2016 Cadillac CTS-VNow entering its third generation, the car that launched Cadillac’s high-performance V-series brand is better than ever. More technology, more performance, more luxury, and more comfort come wrapped in a shell that’s (relatively) light, stiff, and sharply styled. It’s a stunning achievement in the vaporous world of super-fast...]]>Fri, 31 Jul 2015 08:00:00 -0400http://www.thecarconnection.com/overview/cadillac_cts-v_2016
http://www.thecarconnection.com/overview/cadillac_cts-v_2016feedback@highgearmedia.com (Nelson Ireson)http://www.thecarconnection.com/overview/cadillac_cts-v_2016#commentsNelson IresonNow entering its third generation, the car that launched Cadillac’s high-performance V-series brand is better than ever. More technology, more performance, more luxury, and more comfort come wrapped in a shell that’s (relatively) light, stiff, and sharply styled. It’s a stunning achievement in the vaporous world of super-fast...]]>2016 Kia SedonaWhile automakers are rushing headlong into niches such as compact crossovers and coupe-like sedans, they're not exactly pushing for what's become more of a niche than it used to be: minivans. Over the past few years, the class has pretty much settled down to the big four sellers—Honda Odyssey, Toyota Sienna, Chrysler Town & Country, and...]]>Thu, 30 Jul 2015 15:57:00 -0400http://www.thecarconnection.com/overview/kia_sedona_2016
http://www.thecarconnection.com/overview/kia_sedona_2016feedback@highgearmedia.com (Kirk Bell)http://www.thecarconnection.com/overview/kia_sedona_2016#commentsKirk BellWhile automakers are rushing headlong into niches such as compact crossovers and coupe-like sedans, they're not exactly pushing for what's become more of a niche than it used to be: minivans. Over the past few years, the class has pretty much settled down to the big four sellers—Honda Odyssey, Toyota Sienna, Chrysler Town & Country, and...]]>Hyundai Sonata Vs. Kia Optima: Compare CarsBoth the Hyundai Sonata and Kia Optima, in just a few generations, have gone from also-rans to tough mid-size rivals for vehicles such as the Nissan Altima, Honda Accord and Ford Fusion. It's all for good reason, thanks to great styling, excellent fuel economy, available hybrid models, and class-leading value. If you have your eyes on this South...]]>Thu, 30 Jul 2015 11:45:00 -0400http://www.thecarconnection.com/news/1075181_hyundai-sonata-vs-kia-optima-compare-cars
http://www.thecarconnection.com/news/1075181_hyundai-sonata-vs-kia-optima-compare-carsfeedback@highgearmedia.com (Bengt Halvorson)http://www.thecarconnection.com/news/1075181_hyundai-sonata-vs-kia-optima-compare-cars#commentsBengt HalvorsonBoth the Hyundai Sonata and Kia Optima, in just a few generations, have gone from also-rans to tough mid-size rivals for vehicles such as the Nissan Altima, Honda Accord and Ford Fusion. It's all for good reason, thanks to great styling, excellent fuel economy, available hybrid models, and class-leading value. If you have your eyes on this South...]]>1Get $1,000 If You Convince A Friend To Buy A Tesla Model S (Note: You Have To Own A Tesla, Too)Across much of America, temperatures are soaring, but within a few weeks, the mercury will begin to fall. As it does, dealerships will begin making room for 2016 models and closely eyeing their yearly sales goals. That often results in good deals for shoppers, but according to Auto News, Tesla is taking things one step further: for the next three...]]>Thu, 30 Jul 2015 11:38:00 -0400http://www.thecarconnection.com/news/1099354_get-1000-if-you-convince-a-friend-to-buy-a-tesla-model-s-note-you-have-to-own-a-tesla-too
http://www.thecarconnection.com/news/1099354_get-1000-if-you-convince-a-friend-to-buy-a-tesla-model-s-note-you-have-to-own-a-tesla-toofeedback@highgearmedia.com (Richard Read)http://www.thecarconnection.com/news/1099354_get-1000-if-you-convince-a-friend-to-buy-a-tesla-model-s-note-you-have-to-own-a-tesla-too#commentsRichard ReadAcross much of America, temperatures are soaring, but within a few weeks, the mercury will begin to fall. As it does, dealerships will begin making room for 2016 models and closely eyeing their yearly sales goals. That often results in good deals for shoppers, but according to Auto News, Tesla is taking things one step further: for the next three...]]>2016 Cadillac XTS, Average Vehicle Age, 2016 Ford Focus RS Price: What's New @ The Car ConnectionFrom The Car Connection: 2016 Cadillac XTS Review As the largest sedan in the luxury brand's lineup, the 2016 Cadillac XTS isn't just aiming to be a step up in size and space from the luxury brand's ATS and CTS sport sedans. It targets an entirely different kind of shopper—one who may be less concerned with all-out performance than with a...]]>Thu, 30 Jul 2015 11:30:00 -0400http://www.thecarconnection.com/news/1099355_2016-cadillac-xts-average-vehicle-age-2016-ford-focus-rs-price-whats-new-the-car-connection
http://www.thecarconnection.com/news/1099355_2016-cadillac-xts-average-vehicle-age-2016-ford-focus-rs-price-whats-new-the-car-connectionfeedback@highgearmedia.com (Joel Feder)http://www.thecarconnection.com/news/1099355_2016-cadillac-xts-average-vehicle-age-2016-ford-focus-rs-price-whats-new-the-car-connection#commentsJoel FederFrom The Car Connection: 2016 Cadillac XTS Review As the largest sedan in the luxury brand's lineup, the 2016 Cadillac XTS isn't just aiming to be a step up in size and space from the luxury brand's ATS and CTS sport sedans. It targets an entirely different kind of shopper—one who may be less concerned with all-out performance than with a...]]>Audi A4 Vs. BMW 3-Series: Compare CarsLately, Audi has been gaining on luxury-segment front-runners BMW and Mercedes-Benz. What Audi may be missing in cachet, it makes up for with charm—demonstrated well with its smart, thoroughly competitive A4. But can the A4 actually outpace the newest 3-Series—with all its body styles and power choices? The A4 is the brand's...]]>Thu, 30 Jul 2015 11:18:00 -0400http://www.thecarconnection.com/news/1074585_audi-a4-vs-bmw-3-series-compare-cars
http://www.thecarconnection.com/news/1074585_audi-a4-vs-bmw-3-series-compare-carsfeedback@highgearmedia.com (Nelson Ireson)http://www.thecarconnection.com/news/1074585_audi-a4-vs-bmw-3-series-compare-cars#commentsNelson IresonLately, Audi has been gaining on luxury-segment front-runners BMW and Mercedes-Benz. What Audi may be missing in cachet, it makes up for with charm—demonstrated well with its smart, thoroughly competitive A4. But can the A4 actually outpace the newest 3-Series—with all its body styles and power choices? The A4 is the brand's...]]>10Toyota Camry Vs. Honda Accord: Compare CarsWhile Honda's Accord and Toyota's Camry have never been all that stylish, the two rivals always have been smart and sensible. The Camry and Accord hit their stride in the 1980s, when they became the epitome of the American mid-size sedan. Since then, both have evolved to keep pace with excellent new family sedans from Ford and Subaru. Still...]]>Thu, 30 Jul 2015 11:15:00 -0400http://www.thecarconnection.com/news/1074026_toyota-camry-vs-honda-accord-compare-cars
http://www.thecarconnection.com/news/1074026_toyota-camry-vs-honda-accord-compare-carsfeedback@highgearmedia.com (Bengt Halvorson)http://www.thecarconnection.com/news/1074026_toyota-camry-vs-honda-accord-compare-cars#commentsBengt HalvorsonWhile Honda's Accord and Toyota's Camry have never been all that stylish, the two rivals always have been smart and sensible. The Camry and Accord hit their stride in the 1980s, when they became the epitome of the American mid-size sedan. Since then, both have evolved to keep pace with excellent new family sedans from Ford and Subaru. Still...]]>102015 Ford F-150: IIHS Gives Aluminum Body Mixed Crash Test Scores & Says It's 26% Pricier To RepairThis morning, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety released crash test scores for the new, aluminum-bodied 2015 Ford F-150 pickup. Among the results, there's good news and bad news for fans of America's best-loved vehicle. First, the good news: IIHS says that the F-150's new aluminum body provides just as much crash protection as its steel...]]>Thu, 30 Jul 2015 10:02:00 -0400http://www.thecarconnection.com/news/1099348_2015-ford-f-150-iihs-gives-aluminum-body-mixed-crash-test-scores-says-its-26-pricier-to-repair
http://www.thecarconnection.com/news/1099348_2015-ford-f-150-iihs-gives-aluminum-body-mixed-crash-test-scores-says-its-26-pricier-to-repairfeedback@highgearmedia.com (Richard Read)http://www.thecarconnection.com/news/1099348_2015-ford-f-150-iihs-gives-aluminum-body-mixed-crash-test-scores-says-its-26-pricier-to-repair#commentsRichard ReadThis morning, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety released crash test scores for the new, aluminum-bodied 2015 Ford F-150 pickup. Among the results, there's good news and bad news for fans of America's best-loved vehicle. First, the good news: IIHS says that the F-150's new aluminum body provides just as much crash protection as its steel...]]>